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Rethinking Retirement: Larry Fink Calls Out the 65-Year-Old Standard

In a world where avocado toast is blamed for millennials' financial woes and Gen Z is meme-ing their way through economic uncertainty, Larry Fink, CEO of BlackRock, drops a truth bomb about the Social Security crisis and the "a bit crazy" standard retirement age of 65.

Mar 26, 2024 02:49 PM EDT


Banks Hike Rates, Here's How to Squeeze More Money from Your Stash

As part of its continued attempt to curb the speed of inflation, the Federal Reserve has raised its main interest rate five times this year, most recently on Wednesday.

Mar 28, 2024 01:40 AM EDT


Bankruptcy Blues? Effective Ways to Stay Afloat

National household finances are still being squeezed by economic forces. Additionally, the Federal Reserve decided to temporarily suspend the federal funds rate after the most recent data revealed an increase in inflation.

Mar 28, 2024 02:30 AM EDT


Hassle-Free Ways to Invest in Gold and Silver This Spring

Investing your money may be simple or quite complex. It is contingent upon the kind of investment and the timing of the transaction.

Mar 28, 2024 12:10 AM EDT


Tax Headaches Drive Expats to Consider Renouncing US Citizenship

With the federal tax deadline drawing near, millions of Americans feel pressured to file their forms.

Mar 25, 2024 12:30 PM EDT


HELOC: Smart Move or Money Trap? Know When to Leverage Your Home Equity

You can have a sizable amount of home equity if you own a house. Using a home equity line of credit (HELOC) is one popular method of accessing it, and it may be a wise choice for a number of reasons.

Mar 25, 2024 11:40 AM EDT


Freelancer Tax Time Bomb: New Rules Could Trip You Up in 2024. Here's How to Prepare

The tax reporting rules for independent contractors and gig workers who are paid using applications such as Venmo, Zelle, Cash App, or PayPal will be altered for the 2024 tax year.

Mar 25, 2024 10:25 AM EDT


Experts Reveal the Easiest Path to Becoming an Investor 

It might appear like investing is too hard, and this complexity could prevent Americans from taking any action.

Mar 23, 2024 12:37 PM EDT


Slash Your Health Insurance Bills: Expert Tips & Tricks

Who doesn't love the thrill of scoring a great deal? Whether it's nabbing those sneakers you've been eyeing at a steal or finding the perfect avocado at half price (yes, I celebrate small victories), saving money feels good.

Mar 22, 2024 10:23 AM EDT


The American Dream on Hold: What It Would Really Take to Make Homes

The "American dream" of owning a house is under grave danger, and it will require a significant change in the economy for most families to be able to afford it again.

Mar 22, 2024 11:20 AM EDT


Hidden Fees Alert! Restaurants Charging Up to $100 Just to Hold Your Table

Restaurants are increasingly charging patrons' credit cards even before they enter the building, much less place an order for food or beverages.

Mar 22, 2024 10:09 AM EDT


Reddit's IPO Launch: A Viral Surge Beyond Memes

If you thought Reddit was just about epic meme wars and deep-dive discussions, think again. The social media giant, known for its vibrant communities and passionate users, has just catapulted into the financial stratosphere with its highly anticipated Initial Public Offering (IPO).

Mar 21, 2024 01:56 PM EDT


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